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Entry to Kambathrayan Giri temple restricted on Purattasi Saturdays over recent forest fire

The fire had damaged grasslands and small vegetation, while rocks in some areas remained highly heated. Burnt vegetation, loose soil, and rocks could pose a risk of slips, falls and falling rocks, the Forest Dept. said

Entry to Kambathrayan Giri temple restricted on Purattasi Saturdays over recent forest fire

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Colombia’s President Rules Out ELN Hostage Exchange

Colombia's President De la Espriella refused to swap prisoners for three police officers and a civilian held by the ELN. He ended peace talks and ordered military operations intensified.

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  • Four captives held by Marxist guerrilla group ELN since August 17, 2026.
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Brazil Supreme Court Refuses Search Warrant for Bahia Candidate

Brazil's Supreme Court justice Nunes Marques refused a search warrant for Bahia governor candidate ACM Neto, while authorising 24 others in Operation Overclean.

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  • Operation Overclean targets public money diversion through contracts.
  • Warrant refusal is only one among 24 approved for federal police probe.

Sacsayhuamán Graffiti Cleaned Off Rock as Peru Vows Complaint

Sacsayhuamán graffiti in red and pink paint hit a carved rock above Cusco. Peru’s Ministry of Culture cleaned it and will file a complaint.

  • Red and pink graffiti daubed on Sacsayhuamán rock in Lanlacuyoq.
  • Ministry of Culture launches criminal complaint against unknown perpetrator.
  • Authorities vow to find vandal and strengthen site surveillance.

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